NFL moments of silence today: Which teams did or did not hold Charlie Kirk memorials in Week 2? image

The NFL released a statement Friday addressing a pregame tribute to Charlie Kirk in Thursday’s matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Washington Commanders.

Prior to kickoff on “Thursday Night Football,” the public address announcer at Lambeau Field said: “The National Football League asks that you please join us in a moment of silent reflection following the murder of Charlie Kirk. The NFL condemns all violence in our communities. It will take all of us to stop hate. Thank you.”

Kirk, a 31-year-old political activist, was shot and killed during a speaking event at Utah Valley University last week. On Friday, the NFL said in a statement that it was the “league’s decision” to hold the moment of silence for Kirk on Thursday, also saying it will be up to other teams if they choose to honor Kirk pregame throughout the rest of Week 2.

“Last night’s moment was the league’s decision. It’s up to the clubs for this Sunday’s games,” the league’s statement read.

Here’s what to know about which NFL teams opted to hold a moment of silence for Kirk in Week 2.

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Which NFL games held a Week 2 moment of silence for Charlie Kirk?

According to Outkick, the Miami Dolphins said they would be holding a moment of silence for Kirk. Additionally, the Pittsburgh Steelers said they would fly their flags at half-staff.

Game
Yes/No

Jaguars vs. Bengals
No

Giants vs. Cowboys
Yes

Bears vs. Lions
No

Rams vs. Titans
Yes

Patriots vs. Dolphins
Yes

49ers vs. Saints
Yes

Bills vs. Jets
Yes

Seahawks vs. Steelers
No*

Browns vs. Ravens
No

Broncos vs. Colts
No

Panthers vs. Cardinals
Yes

Eagles vs. Chiefs
Yes

Falcons vs. Vikings
No**

Buccaneers vs. Texans
No***

Chargers vs. Raiders
No

*The Steelers flew their American flags at half-staff in honor of Kirk.

*The Vikings honored “all victims of recent gun violence,” including those impacted by the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting.

*The Texans asked fans for a moment of silence for “all victims of violence and natural disasters across the country” before Monday’s game, per the Houston Chronicle.

Cowboys Charlie Kirk moment of silence

The Dallas Cowboys held a moment of silence in Kirk’s honor prior to their matchup against the New York Giants.

Titans Charlie Kirk moment of silence

The Tennessee Titans held a moment of silence remembering Kirk prior to their game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Dolphins Charlie Kirk moment of silence

At Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Dolphins held a moment of silence for Kirk and 9/11 victims prior to their game against the New England Patriots.

Saints Charlie Kirk moment of silence

According to KADN News15’s Will Herren, the New Orleans Saints held a moment of silence in memory of Kirk and those affected by gun violence before a game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Jets Charlie Kirk moment of silence

The New York Jets held a moment of silence honoring Kirk before their game against the Buffalo Bills.

Cardinals Charlie Kirk moment of silence

The Arizona Cardinals held a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk ahead of their game against the Carolina Panthers,

Chiefs Charlie Kirk moment of silence

According to the Kansas City Star, the Kansas City Chiefs held a moment of silence to remember 9/11, and for Kirk and recent victims of violence before a matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles game at Arrowhead Stadium.